Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) continues its annual modernization and improvement program this summer with more than $132,000 in renovations to homes in central Newfoundland.
“Through Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation, the Provincial Government continues to make significant progress with renovating social housing throughout the province,” said the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for NLHC. “This work will help improve the quality of social housing for our tenants and enhance neighbourhoods in different communities.”
Gillingham’s Plumbing & Heating Ltd. has been awarded a contract valued at $59,000 to upgrade two units in Badger’s Quay, including roofing, window, and door replacements, step, deck and ramp upgrades, and basement insulation upgrades which will help make the homes more energy efficient.
“It is a goal of the Provincial Government to increase the quality and energy efficiency of social housing,” said Eli Cross, MHA for Bonavista North. “Upgrading these units in Badger’s Quay will enhance these properties and ensure that these homes meet the future needs of tenants.”
Platinum Builders received a contract valued at $59,000 to upgrade four units in Bishop’s Falls and Botwood. Work in Bishop’s Falls will include upgrading steps, decks, ramps, walkways and driveways, while homes in Botwood will receive roofing and exterior wall upgrades, new plumbing and fixtures, and various energy efficiency improvements.
“Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is working diligently to renovate social housing in our communities,” said Clayton Forsey, MHA for Exploits. “These upgrades will help increase the lifespan of the units and help make them more comfortable for families.”
One unit in Bunyan’s Cove will receive roofing and energy efficiency upgrades as J.J. Enterprises is awarded a contract valued at $14,000.
“I am pleased this work will proceed in Bunyan’s Cove, as it will enhance this property and promote its longevity,” said Sandy Collins, MHA for Terra Nova. “Each renovation made by Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation makes a positive difference in the lives of tenants.”
A Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, released by the Provincial Government in August 2009, outlines a 10-year vision for social housing. It is aimed at improving the housing circumstances of low-income households and helping create healthier communities. Budget 2012: People and Prosperity allocated $25.9 million for social housing infrastructure, including $10.4 million for maintenance and $12 million for renovations and improvements.
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is the province’s largest landlord with approximately 5,573 non-profit social housing dwellings province-wide.
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Media contacts:
Jason Card
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015, 699-0470
jasoncard@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Manager, Communications
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca
Tess Burke
Communications Manager
Government Members Office
709-729-3551, 699-2402
TessBurke@gov.nl.ca
Revitalization of the Brophy Place neighbourhood in St. John’s continues this summer as Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) awards a contract valued at $188,000 to Newfound Roofing Ltd. to replace roofing on four social housing buildings.
“This government continues to upgrade and improve social housing throughout the province, and the work on Brophy Place is an excellent example of the progress we are making,” said the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for NLHC. “The renovations in this contract are part of an impressive body of work being done to enhance units in this urban neighbourhood.”
This work is part of an overall $1.4 million investment announced in August 2011 to enhance the neighbourhood with a series of upgrades, such as new siding, windows, doors and roofs. The four buildings that will receive new roofing under this contract contain 28 affordable housing units. Work is anticipated to be completed in July 2012.
“I am pleased to see the rejuvenation of this neighbourhood continue with this important project,” said the Honourable Kathy Dunderdale, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador and MHA for Virginia Waters. “Through this investment, the integrity of these buildings and homes will be maintained, ensuring these affordable housing units will continue to serve our tenant families well.”
A Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, released by the Provincial Government in August 2009, outlines a 10-year vision for social housing. It is aimed at improving the housing circumstances of low-income households and helping create healthier communities. Budget 2012: People and Prosperity allocated $25.9 million for social housing infrastructure, including $10.4 million for maintenance and $12 million for renovations and improvements.
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is the province’s largest landlord with approximately 5,573 non-profit social housing dwellings province-wide.
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Media contacts:
Jason Card
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015, 699-0470
jasoncard@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Manager, Communications
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca
Glenda Power
Director of Communications
Office of the Premier
709-729-3960
glendapower@gov.nl.ca
Milly Brown
Press Secretary
Office of the Premier
709-729-4304, 631-8477
millybrown@gov.nl.ca
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation (NLHC) continues to advance its annual modernization and improvement program with contracts valued at $172,000 to renovate 14 affordable housing units in St. John’s.
“We are making great progress with our 2012 modernization and improvement program, which is renovating and upgrading social housing across the province,” said the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for NLHC. “This announcement is another example of how our continued investment is ensuring our units remain comfortable living spaces for tenants today, and into the future.”
G.S. Hunt Ltd. has been awarded a contract valued at $94,000 to replace roofing on 12 homes on Livingstone Street. A contract valued at $78,000 was awarded to Eastern Siding Systems Ltd. to renovate two units on Brazil Street, including exterior wall, roofing, window, door, step, deck and ramp replacements.
“I am pleased to see these homes in downtown St. John’s will benefit from enhancements through the modernization and improvement program,” said Tom Osborne, MHA for St. John’s South. “This renovation work will rejuvenate these homes and ensure that we maintain the availability of affordable housing.”
A Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, released by the Provincial Government in August 2009, outlines a 10-year vision for social housing. It is aimed at improving the housing circumstances of low-income households and helping create healthier communities. Budget 2012: People and Prosperity allocated $25.9 million for social housing infrastructure, including $10.4 million for maintenance and $12 million for renovations and improvements.
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is the province’s largest landlord with approximately 5,573 non-profit social housing dwellings province-wide.
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Media contact:
Jason Card
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015, 699-0470
jasoncard@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Manager, Communications
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca
Tess Burke
Communications Manager
Government Members Office
709-729-3551, 699-2402
TessBurke@gov.nl.ca
Social housing enhancements in the capital city continue with a contract valued at $248,000 to renovate affordable housing units. Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation awarded the contract to Avalon Home Works Inc. to complete renovations to five homes.
“This work will complement the substantial upgrades and renovations currently underway in several neighbourhoods in St. John’s, which include the ongoing renewal of the Rabbittown Community Centre,” said the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister Responsible for Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation. “This investment demonstrates the Provincial Government’s commitment to improve and modernize social housing throughout the province.”
Work will be completed on four units on Whiteway Street and one unit on Hoyles Avenue and will include siding, door, window, and roof replacement, as well as ventilation system upgrades. The anticipated completion date for the work is November 2012.
A Social Housing Plan for Newfoundland and Labrador – Secure Foundations, released by the Provincial Government in August 2009, outlines a 10-year vision for social housing. It is aimed at improving the housing circumstances of low-income households and helping create healthier communities. Budget 2012: People and Prosperity allocated $25.9 million for social housing infrastructure, including $10.4 million for maintenance and $12 million for renovations and improvements.
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation is the province’s largest landlord with approximately 5,573 non-profit social housing dwellings province-wide.
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Media contacts:
Jason Card
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015, 699-0470
jasoncard@gov.nl.ca
Jenny Bowring
Manager, Communications
Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation
709-724-3055
jmbowring@nlhc.nl.ca